Oil & Gas Operations: ExxonMobil Guyana has started drilling a new exploration well, Goby-1, in the Stabroek block using the Stena Carron drillship, with completion expected in late July—another step in expanding the prolific offshore play. Energy Risk & Insurance: Guyana’s oil-spill insurance situation remains tight: despite court battles, reporting says the US$600M coverage is still in place, with a separate US$2B affiliate guarantee also noted. Local Industry & Logistics: UAL delivered generators to Oko West via a ramp-discharge landing craft operation under its Caribbean Shuttle service, targeting remote mining sites where standard port calls don’t work. Transport & Cost of Living: Opposition MPs say the government is failing to engage transport operators on fare hikes, arguing enforcement is replacing dialogue as fuel costs bite. Power Project Oversight: MP Sharma Solomon renewed criticism of the Gas-to-Energy (GTE) project, linking delays and oversight gaps to higher household costs and ongoing electricity strain. Agriculture & Skills: FAO and NAREI trained over 90 farmers and extension officers in climate-smart crop management and protected cultivation, including digital sensor-based monitoring. Tourism Development: Fort Island is set for upgrades to boost visitor access and experience, with eco-lodge interest flagged as a driver for private investment. Sports & Youth Pipeline: ExxonMobil and FL Sport launched the 4th Future Warriors Tapeball Tournament, subsidising equipment, meals and transport for 48 primary school teams across Demerara, Berbice and Essequibo.